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10/18/2026

Clearing and snagging the three bayous will help significantly reduce flood waters and improve drainage in Baker and Zachary.

Rip rap will preserve the structural integrity of the canal banks.

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PUBLIC NOTICE: COMITE RIVER DIVERSION

The New Orleans District is seeking public comments on a draft Supplemental Environmental Assessment (SEA #607) and associated Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for access improvements related to clearing and snagging three bayous in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana.

The proposed work supports the Comite River Diversion Project’s goal of reducing flood damage risks in East Baton Rouge and neighboring Livingston Parish. Planned activities include:

- Access and staging improvements for clearing and snagging Baton Rouge Bayou, Cypress Bayou, and White Bayou.

- Riprap placement for bank stabilization at six bridge crossings.

Comments will be accepted through Nov. 16, 2026. To review the documents or for information on how to comment visit our website. See link in comments.

10/13/2026

TODAY! Agenda and livestream options available at the link below.
https://www.amitebasin.org/meetings

10/11/2026

credit: John Ballance The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)

10/09/2026

Stay informed on flood protection projects, plans and conditions in the Amite River Basin. https://www.amitebasin.org/

10/09/2026

MARVIN BRAUD BOATWAY TEMPORARY CLOSURE

Ascension Parish Government announces that the Marvin Braud Boatway will temporarily close effective Friday, October 9, 2026, at 8:00 AM in preparation for potential severe weather impacts from Tropical Storm Isaias.

Boat owners, commercial mariners, and area residents are strongly urged to utilize the remaining time prior to the closure to access the boat way and complete all necessary tasks, including securing vessels, removing gear, and performing severe weather preparations.

Once closed on Friday morning, the boat way will remain inaccessible to watercraft traffic until weather conditions improve and parish officials conduct necessary safety evaluations to reopen the facility.

Ascension Parish officials and the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) continue to closely monitor the trajectory of Tropical Storm Isaias. Residents are encouraged to monitor local weather updates, secure loose outdoor items, and stay informed through official parish communication channels.

For additional updates regarding facility reopenings and weather alerts, please visit ascensionparishla.gov or follow Ascension Parish Government on social media.

10/09/2026

- is always a good idea, even in an uneventful hurricane season.

10/09/2026

This is the Upper Amite River Basin. What a great way to start the weekend. Thank you John Ballance at The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) for sharing the image.

10/08/2026

TUESDAY! Agenda and livestream options available at the link below.
https://www.amitebasin.org/meetings

10/08/2026

Address

3535 S. Sherwood Forest Boulevard, Suite 135
Baton Rouge, LA
70816

Telephone

+12252964900

Website

http://www.amitebasin.org/

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